VINCE PHILLIPS
Three articles examine local accountability and policy impacts. “Thieves and Thiefed” satirically flips “stolen land” rhetoric to argue for border closure. “Body Cam & Paid Ads” documents citizen journalism filling gaps left by local media, detailing suppressed stories about Drew Nelson’s felony arrest, Nina Williams’ DUI, and PT Wood’s false fire report. “Gallagher Repeal Part 2” analyzes why Chaffee County’s property taxes jumped 20-30% versus neighbors’ milder increases.
JEANY RUSH
Three legislative testimonies opposing Colorado bills. “Do No Harm” challenges SB26-032 immunization requirements, citing vaccine toxins and autism concerns. “Legislative Updates” objects to multiple bills on school discrimination, marijuana regulation, tax holidays, housing exemptions, and election modifications. “Storage” opposes HB26-1112 granting authority over underground injection wells, warning about explosive carbon dioxide pipeline dangers.
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